# Gevrey-Chambertin Premier Cru Estournelles-St-Jacq (2022)

- **Producer:** Frederic Esmonin
- **Colour:** red
- **Type:** still
- **Grapes:** Pinot Noir
- **Region:** Burgundy, France
- **Style:** Classic
- **Alcohol:** 13.5%
- **Average price:** €69
- **Contains sulphites:** No
- **When to drink:** Later
- **Serving temperature:** 14–16 °C
- **Aromas & flavours:** raspberry, red plum, red cherry, vanilla, cloves, leather, forest floor, earth

## About this wine

The Gevrey-Chambertin Premier Cru Estournelles-Saint-Jacques 2022 is a single-varietal Pinot Noir from Burgundy's esteemed Côte de Nuits. Produced by Domaine Frédéric Esmonin, a family estate with a long history of viticulture, the wine originates from the Premier Cru vineyard of Estournelles-Saint-Jacques. This site, known for its sunny aspect and pebble soils, contributes to wines that are both soft and concentrated. The 2022 vintage is characterized by its elegance and complexity. The Esmonin family began bottling their own wines in 1988, building on generations of experience and a commitment to quality and value.

## Interesting facts

- Estournelles-Saint-Jacques vineyard is situated just above the famous Lavaux Saint-Jacques.
- Vines in this Premier Cru site are often 40-50 years old.
- The producer previously sold grapes to legendary houses like Drouhin and Jadot.
- The wine is bottled without filtration, preserving its natural character.

## Food pairing

The wine's medium body and integrated tannins complement the richness of proteins like lamb and duck. Its inherent acidity cuts through fattier dishes, while earthy notes in the wine resonate with mushrooms and herbs.

## Wine making process

The winemaking process for Gevrey-Chambertin Premier Cru Estournelles-Saint-Jacques begins with 100% destemmed grapes. A short cold maceration of 4-5 days is employed to enhance fruit and color extraction. Fermentation is initiated by indigenous yeasts. Gentle extraction is achieved using a bladder-press. The wine then undergoes aging in French oak barrels for 14 to 17 months. Wines are typically racked only before bottling and are not filtered.